Little Vumbura stands as one of the most sought-after intimate camps in the Okavango Delta, nestled on a forested private island within the vast 148,000-acre Vumbura Concession in the northern reaches of this pristine wilderness. With just six tented suites including one family unit, the camp delivers an exceptionally personalized safari experience that feels more like joining a close-knit family than checking into a lodge. Accessible only by boat after landing at the airstrip—a journey that immediately reinforces the sense of remoteness and adventure—the camp is shaded by an ancient forest canopy while surrounded by broad rivers, reed-covered plains, and annually flooded grasslands. The setting is utterly idyllic, bordering Moremi Game Reserve in an area that's uniquely positioned between the water-rich Delta and the drier Chobe region, creating remarkable habitat diversity.
This transitional location means Little Vumbura offers genuinely excellent year-round game viewing with both water and land activities always available—a combination that's surprisingly rare in the Delta where many camps are limited by seasonal flooding. The diverse habitats support an impressive array of wildlife including healthy populations of elephant, giraffe, buffalo, sable antelope, kudu, zebra, tsessebe, wildebeest, and the water-loving red lechwe. Predator sightings are consistently strong, with several resident lion prides, leopards, cheetahs, and those highly coveted African wild dogs that roam the concession. The waterways teem with hippos and crocodiles, while the birdlife is spectacular throughout the year.
Activities span the full Delta repertoire with traditional mokoro canoe excursions meandering through floodplains captained by skilled polers, motorboat trips along permanent channels, morning and afternoon game drives in open Land Rovers, and seasonal guided walking safaris when qualified guides are available. The private concession allows off-road tracking and thrilling night drives, while optional hot air ballooning and cultural village visits can be arranged. The camp's commitment to community partnership is evident—the land is leased from five local villages through the Okavango Community Trust, ensuring tourism benefits flow directly to rural stakeholders while providing employment and skills development opportunities.
